2004 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Accord weights approximately 245 kg more than 2012 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Honda Accord (218 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda. (180 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Accord | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Honda | Fiat |
Model | Accord | Panda |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2358 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 180 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 35 L |